Visit to Hesketh Golf Club
Since we were already in Southport it made sense to accept Peter McVicar's invitation to learn more about his current renovations at Hesketh Golf Club nearby. After a short drive we were on Cockle Dicks Lane, the road leading to Hesketh Golf Club.
For real.
Despite blustery weather, there were plenty of members playing the golf course, many of whom we met in their historic clubhouse. Peter had us in for lunch and a presentation on the design changes to the club's 17th hole. The hole is being re-routed due to safety and property concerns with nearby homes. Errant golf balls had been entering and sometimes damaging them. Many "tonnes" of soil were brought in as part of the renovation and re-routing.
Course Manager Peter McVicar welcomes the group to Hesketh Golf Club, which was established in 1885.
Peter McVicar explains their re-routing of the 17th hole for safety considerations.
Tony Girardi, Chuck Barber, Alan Fitzgerald and Frank Tichenor enjoy some refreshments in the Hasketh GC clubhouse.
Sean Tully, Jason Meersman and Foley United CEO Brad Kautzer.
After the presentation Peter led some members out on the course to see the renovations first-hand while others (including me) preferred the comfort and refreshments afforded by the clubhouse.
Deputy Head Greenkeeper Ken Critchley, Course Manager/host Peter McVicar, and First Assistant David Williams
Course photos by Scott Pavalko:
Next up: the British National Lawnmower Museum!
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